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[alanqning]

I'm getting my clutch and IMS bearing replaced.

Was the Ceramic IMS bearing around 650, or was I thinking of the Retrofit?

Should I go OEM or performance clutch?

[BYprodriver]

Originally Posted by alanqning

I'm getting my clutch and IMS bearing replaced.

Was the Ceramic IMS bearing around 650, or was I thinking of the Retrofit?

Should I go OEM or performance clutch?

Welcome & kudos to you for acquiring knowledge & accepting good advice so fast.

The LNengineering IMS bearing was the 1st & is the best, LN is close to you in Momence but they don't do installs. Their IMSB retrofit bearing is about $650.
Read all about it on the LN website & choose 1 of their approved local installers.

The best clutch for you is what came in your car made by Sachs.

If you want to replace your wheels take your time since you won't get to use them until spring. If you decide to drive it now get appropriate rear tires only.

Sounds like you will want to go 18" for summer tires, stock size is best as anything bigger adds weight & reduces handling feel & acceleration. Porsches are about quality not quantity. Once you select tires choose the wheels.

[alanqning]

Byprodriver,

Why do you say that the OEM (I assume would be Sach) Clutch is the best for the car? I was thinking of putting in a performance clutch + aluminum flywheel. As I said, I plan on keeping this car forever, etc.

I plan on taking the car to the track a few times, and 98% of the time driving it only in the summer.

I have a independent mechanic that does all my work.

::EDIT::

Given what I said, I would still like to hear opposing opinions.

[BYprodriver]

The OEM dual-mass flywheel is the only part that absorbs harmonic vibrations. If you replace it with a notoriously unbalanced lighter flywheel your engine will suffer & the transmission will be louder.

I use the high-perf original clutch in my 3.6L Boxster, why waste money on anything else?